The Public Market’s 44th Anniversary!
Happy 44th birthday to the Granville Island Public Market! On July 12, 1979, the Public Market opened it’s doors for the first time with 21 tenants. It was an immediate hit, quickly becoming an iconic Vancouver landmark for locals and visitors alike to gather, shop, eat and mingle. The buildings themselves have a rich heritage […]
Asian Heritage Month 2023
May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada, made so officially as a result of the Honourable Dr. Vivienne Poy’s motion in 2001 in the Canadian Senate. On Granville Island, we celebrate our Asian communities throughout the year, with festivals and events produced and performed by people of Asian descent. A few notable events include Lantern […]
We’re launching an Open Alcohol Consumption Pilot!
A burger and a beer, a lobster roll and a Pinot Gris, even a charcuterie board with a gin and tonic – the choice is yours, and now you can enjoy it while taking in the spectacular views and entertainment in the Public Market Courtyard on Granville Island! Granville Island is the latest location in […]
Long weekend kick off to summer on Granville Island
This weekend, take in the sites and sounds, taste the fresh & local, and experience summer with many of Granville Island seasonal events and services opening. Kids Splash Park – Now open 9AM – 6PM on all warm & sunny days. Stay tuned for updates on the water slide and lifeguard schedule later in the […]
Red Dress Day Project
This Red Dress Day Project is a collaboration between Chepximiya Siyam/Chief Janice George and Granville Island. Chepximiya has used red fabric in a two-dimensional design that evokes missing women, who should, in life, fill all three dimensions of the dress. The installation was done by visual display artist, Kamila Gougain. Red Dress Day is a […]
Transportation Updates on Granville Bridge – City of Vancouver
A message from the City of Vancouver, February 2023: We are pleased to share that the City will begin work this month to upgrade the Granville Bridge to create a safer, more accessible crossing for walking, rolling and cycling. The work is part of the first phase of the Granville Connector project, which includes converting […]
Black History Month 2023
February is Black History Month in Canada, and as a place that is known for its culture and diversity, Granville Island feels it’s important to honour and celebrate Black Canadians. Black History Month was originally founded in 1926 by American historian Carter G. Woodson as Negro History Week, which later evolved into Black History Month. […]
Vancouver Writers Festival: Equity and Accessibility
Vancouver Writers Festival: Equity and Accessibility 2022 marks the 35th anniversary of the Vancouver Writers Festival. Inaugurated in 1988, the festival has presented multiple award-winning writers from across Canada and around the world. After cancellations and adjustments experienced in 2020 and 2021, The Vancouver Writers Festival is back in full swing, with almost all in-person […]
COVID Safety Plan (Communicable Disease Plan) updated October 2022
October 2022 update Although we are on the road to recovery, we are not through it yet and new variants are expected this fall. Please continue to use the many hand sanitizing stations around the Public Market and outdoor seating areas, as well as maintain social distancing. We have increased outdoor seating considerably to ensure our visitors are […]
Vancouver Writers Fest returns with huge lineup of events on Granville Island
We are thrilled to again partner with, support , and welcome back to Granville Island, the Vancouver Writers Fest after two roller coaster years. To make it even more special, the Writers Fest is celebrating a noteworthy anniversary, 35 years! This year, from October 17–23, the Vancouver Writers Fest will be hosting an almost fully in-person Festival, […]
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation + Orange Shirt Day, 2022
September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, honouring the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people. It is also Orange Shirt Day, an Indigenous-led grassroots commemorative day intended to raise awareness of the individual, family and community inter-generational impacts of residential schools, and to promote the concept of “Every Child Matters”. The orange shirt is […]
A new business in the Public Market
Patrick & Lee Murphy are excited to announce the imminent opening of their newest venture – Preservatory Provisions & Toast Bar on Granville Island in the Public Market 20 Years later – going back to where it all started for Vista D’oro – at the farmers market at Granville Island in 2002! Preservatory Provisions & Toast Bar […]
August Events on Granville Island
International Day of the World’s Indigenous People
The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is observed on August 9th each year to raise awareness and protect the rights of the world’s indigenous population. This event also recognizes the achievements and contributions that indigenous people make to improve world issues such as environmental protection There are an estimated 476 million indigenous peoples […]
